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Cedars-Sinai Academic Appointments

In an effort to offer academic titles commensurate with those at other academic medical centers and institutions of higher learning, Cedars-Sinai has established academic appointments and titles through peer review in 5 tracks:

  • Adjunct Clinical
  • Clinical Educator
  • Clinical Scholar
  • Physician/PhD Investigator
  • Research

Track
Teaching Excellence
Clinical Excellence
Scholarly/ Creative Activities
Mission Relevant Activities
Diversity & Inclusion

Adjunct Clinical Track

Required

Required

Encouraged, but not required

Encouraged, but not required

Required

Clinical Educator Track

Required

Required

Required

Required

Required

Clinical Scholar Track

Required

Required

Required, demonstrated by funded investigation record, innovative biotechnology and a strong publication record

Required

Required

Physician/PhD Investigator Track

Required

Not Required 
(Unless actively practicing)

Required, demonstrated by peer-reviewed funding, a strong publication record, and appropriate evidence of an independent research program

Required

Required

Research Track

Required

Not Required

Required, demonstrated by substantial contributions, collaborations as a team scientist and publication record

Required

Required

To apply for an academic appointment, please contact your department chair.

Have Questions or Need Help?

If you have questions or would like to learn more about the Office of Faculty Development & Diversity, please call or send us a message.

Silvia Guzman, Program Advisor